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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Mar 19, 1886
Page
2
Rates list for various ad sizes and durations. Includes column inch prices, business card rates, and notes on exclusions and payment terms. Mentions monthly changes and discretionary refusal of ads. Provides contact as James Weidman with address.
A Regina Leader article is challenged for exaggeration in arguing for changing the mail route from P. R. B. to Prince Albert and northward. The reader defends the existing route as practical and cites contractor opinions, historical paths, and proximity of Regina to Qu Appelle, asserting only minor distance differences affect the decision.
The text notes comparing the present route with the proposed from Keyron and indicates further reference to the matter will occur. It implies ongoing evaluation and potential future discussion by involved parties.
A local paper rebukes the Vidette for altering its editorial stance and claims the editor writes all content without outside help. It defends its own language and condemns the Vidette's vulgar and flattering accusations as baseless.
Regina Leader notes Fort Qu Appelle Vidette claims editor at Qu Appelle Station was bought by the Lieutenant Governor. The piece mocks accusations as inconsistent and questions motive behind Tory alignment, highlighting a broad controversy with cautious tone.
A town in Manitoba seeks brick manufacturers as abundant clay and cheap fuel exist. Qu Appelle is cited as a model where brick making thrives, with ready market and immediate demand if a local enterprise starts. Government settlement talks proceed with colonization companies to reach reasonable terms.
The Winnipeg daily Sun is near revival by a company with Mr Goldwin Smith as a member and will add to the paper’s columns. Mr T. H. Preston, former manager, will run the new company. The old Sun was a successful business and, despite differing opinions, we wish the new venture success.
In a sharp critique the Vidette is challenged to substantiate accusations against Mr. Jackson and Mr. Dewdney's Indian Department administration. The writer accuses both parties of failing to prove their claims and demands proof or restraint.
Henry Muma and J L Ouimet join the Northwest Commission in the city to settle rebellion claims. Thomas Kay and George H Young serve as officials as they depart for Prince Albert to hear evidence and adjudicate about 6000 to 7000 claims over three to four months. The panel plans to visit Battleford Fort Qu Appelle Regina Qu Appelle and Winnipeg‑area stores as needed.
March 13 dispatches report Liberal splits and hoped support from Blake amid expulsion threats. Billions in excise revenue broken down by spirits tobacco and malt. Printing bids from Canadian Paper Company loom, with Manitoba post office savings bank branches planned. Battleford MPs push recognition for militia service and scrip, plus a harsh account of Riel execution debate in Parliament.
The report notes a crowded gallery as noon and evening debates proceed with intense outside interest. Sir Caron to speak tomorrow while Hon. Mr. Royal of Manitoba is discussed for Lieutenant Governor. Dewdney may seek another term. Landry motion likely confines to French members then liberals reshape it. Land warrants issued total 5 096 with about 100 claims remaining. Detailing discussions with Sutherland, Ross, Scott, Royal MP and others on Hudson Bay road land grant, and Col Irvine denies imminent resignation from the force.
Advice from Labrador states that near Esquimaux Point to Blanc Sablon people are starving. In January 500 dogs were killed and eaten to survive. A November ship with provisions was lost in a storm and never found. The Bishop of Esquimanx Point appeals for aid as navigation opens. Pentecost brings widespread hunger and no flour at Point Edemonto.
A large blaze yesterday afternoon in Montreal wiped out multiple businesses including Soune & Eli le Chesternheimer Park & Co Diamond Steel Work Brown Campaignie Central de New York Morgenias E. R. Cain & Co and other wholesale liquor and dry goods firms. Firefighters battled the flames for hours with cooling efforts ongoing.
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